The seventh edition of the Twyg Awards invites entries across ten categories, spotlighting designers and brands shaping a more sustainable fashion future.
Cape Town, South Africa (25 September 2025) – The countdown is on for the 7th annual Twyg Sustainable Fashion Awards, with nominations now officially open! The awards have become one of the most anticipated platforms for recognising designers who are proving that fashion can be stylish, ethical, and environmentally responsible. This year, there are ten categories, each one celebrating a different aspect of sustainable design, circular systems, and social impact.
Last year’s winners offer some serious inspiration. Rachel Mia’s Apricity turned heads with sustainably crafted, avant-garde, genderless designs that carried a bold global influence, while Thobeka Mbane, a highly regarded South African stylist and cultural strategist, impressed with her vibrant, unconventional approach.
Jackie May, who is the founder of Twyg encourages all designers to showcase their work.
“The Twyg Sustainable Fashion Awards honour the designers, brands and creatives who are using fashion as a tool for environmental and social change. We invite everyone to help us spotlight those working towards a fairer, slower, and more sustainable fashion system.”
Two of the most significant awards come with prize money of R100 000 each. The Emerging Designer Award recognises up-and-coming talent, while the Changemaker Award will be chosen from the pool of category winners.
The Accessory Award shines a light on brands creating ethical, durable, and innovative accessories using locally sourced or recycled materials, while the Farm-to-Fashion Award celebrates those who prioritise traceable supply chains and regenerative textile practices.
The Innovative Design and Materials Award focuses on creativity that pushes boundaries. The awards also go continental, with the Pan-African Artisanal Fashion Award recognising designers who preserve craft techniques like weaving, embroidery and dyeing, while merging them with contemporary fashion.
Beyond design, the Retail Award acknowledges businesses promoting circularity through resale, rentals and swap shops, while the Tastemaker Award honours individuals using influence and storytelling to inspire sustainable choices. The Trans-seasonal Design Award encourages timeless collections that break away from the fast-fashion cycle, and the Student Award creates a platform for young talent still in training to showcase fresh and bold ideas.
The 2025 edition is set to be one of the strongest yet. So whether you are a designer, student, or creative voice in the space, Twyg is calling for nominations that show how fashion can be a force for good. You can make your submissions here.
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